James M. "Jimmy" Minner

James M. "Jimmy" Minner obituary, Vestavia Hills, AL

James M. "Jimmy" Minner

James Minner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cremation Center of Birmingham - Vestavia Hills on Apr. 5, 2023.
James M. "Jimmy" Minner, of Maylene, AL, passed away peacefully on Friday,
January 20, 2023, at the age of 55. Jimmy was born in Wilmington Delaware on
February 18, 1967. He graduated from Alexis I. du Pont High School in 1985
and worked as a Reserve with the Shelby County Sheriffs Department after
moving with his family to Alabama. He became an Alabama State Trooper after
graduating from the academy. Following his time with the State Troopers, he
began a career in the hotel industry with Marriott. He enjoyed golf, was a
devoted Auburn fan, and a dog lover. He supported animal rescues and adopted
two Dobermans, Casey and Dorie, whom he loved dearly. He enjoyed traveling
and his favorite places were Ireland and Gatlinburg, TN. Jimmy had a kind heart
and was always willing to help anyone in need. Jimmy is survived by his
parents James F. Minner and Bernice Minner; brother Jeffrey Minner (Jennifer)
and niece Kennedy Minner; and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers please donate to Shelby County Humane Society (381
McDow Rd. Columbiana, AL. 35051)
Cremation Center of Birmingham (205) 970-6886

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